Free CLC Exam Prep
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
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Buy on AmazonCLC ALPP CLC Certified Lactation Counselor License: Complete Roadmap
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Phase 1You are here
Master lactation anatomy, physiology, and milk production stages.
Phase 2
Learn latch assessment, positioning, and signs of effective feeding.
Phase 3
Study common problems, special circumstances, and clinical interventions.
Phase 4
Practice counseling scenarios, ethics, and full-length timed tests.
Can You Take the CLC Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Submit application with $20 fee
- •Score 75% or higher on didactic exam
- •Pass practical (LAT) examination
- •Comply with ALPP Code of Ethics
- •Renew every 3 years with 18 CE hours
CLC Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
4-8 weeks after completing required education
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Candidates may retake one or both exam portions up to three times within one year of course completion (Comprehensive Pathway) or application approval (Alternate/Aggregate Pathway). Each retake costs $100.
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100 Practice Questions
Covering physiology, latch assessment, common problems, and counseling techniques.
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Aligned to the current ALPP CLC content outline and job task analysis.
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What You'll Study
13 chapters covering everything you need to pass
Introduction & CLC Exam Overview
3 sections
Chapter 2: Lactation Physiology I — Hormonal Control & Milk Synthesis
4 sections
Chapter 3: Lactation Physiology II — Breast & Infant Anatomy
4 sections
Chapter 4: Latch & Positioning Fundamentals
4 sections
Chapter 5: Milk Transfer Assessment & Feeding Devices
4 sections
Chapter 6: Maternal Breastfeeding Problems
5 sections
Chapter 7: Infant Feeding Challenges & Special Health Needs
3 sections
Chapter 8: Special Circumstances & Perinatal Mental Health
3 sections
Chapter 9: Maternal & Infant Nutrition
3 sections
Chapter 10: Growth, Long-Term Feeding & Weaning
3 sections
Chapter 11: Core Counseling Skills
4 sections
Chapter 12: Public Health, Promotion & Policy
3 sections
Chapter 13: Professional Ethics & Scope of Practice
2 sections
CLC Exam Details
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
Administered by Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP) content outline
Human lactation anatomy, milk production stages (lactogenesis), hormonal regulation, and infant oral anatomy.
Latch assessment, positioning techniques, signs of effective feeding, and milk transfer evaluation.
Nipple/breast problems, engorgement, mastitis, low milk supply, prematurity, maternal medications, and infant health conditions.
Maternal and infant nutrition, growth patterns, complementary feeding, and weight gain assessment.
Counseling techniques, WHO/UNICEF guidelines, breastfeeding promotion, professional ethics, and public health strategies.
What's Included
13 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
Practice Quizzes
With detailed explanations
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What's Next After the CLC?
After passing the CLC, you can pursue these career paths
IBCLC
Advance to the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant for the highest-level credential.
ANLC
Pursue the Advanced Nurse Lactation Consultant credential through ALPP.
CLC Exam FAQ
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